Professional Profile

Professional Position

Christine provides independent technical consulting services to building owners, government agencies, facilities managers, consultants, builders and contractors requiring specialist expertise in passive fire systems.

Her professional practice focuses on fire seals, service penetrations and the information required to understand, assess and manage passive fire compartmentation throughout the lifecycle of existing and developing buildings.

Rather than viewing compliance as a series of isolated inspections, her work is founded on the principle that every inspection should improve the building's long-term knowledge and contribute to a more reliable technical record.

Independent Technical Practice

Independence is central to every engagement.

Technical opinions are formed from observable evidence, applicable legislation, Australian Standards, tested systems, manufacturer documentation and documented engineering principles rather than commercial interests or predetermined outcomes.

Where evidence is incomplete, limitations are recorded transparently so that reports distinguish confirmed findings from matters requiring additional investigation.

This approach ensures that technical conclusions remain defensible, repeatable and capable of independent review.

Areas of Professional Practice

Christine's work encompasses passive fire inspections, penetration register development, technical investigations, rectification verification, compliance reporting and long-term passive fire information management.

Projects range from occupied buildings and government portfolios to major construction projects, healthcare facilities, commercial developments, residential buildings and complex asset portfolios throughout New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory.

Regardless of project size or complexity, the underlying objective remains consistent: establish the current condition of the passive fire systems, document the available evidence and produce information that supports informed technical decision-making.

Building Information

Buildings continue to evolve long after construction is complete.

Maintenance activities, refurbishment works, tenancy changes and service upgrades continually alter passive fire systems and the information associated with them.

Inspection reports describe a building at a single point in time, but well-managed building information should preserve that knowledge for the future.

This philosophy underpins Christine's consulting practice and provides the foundation for the ongoing development of Firecode™, where inspection evidence, penetration registers and compliance records become part of a continuous history of the building rather than isolated documents.

Professional Commitment

Every engagement is approached with technical integrity, professional independence and respect for the long-term value of accurate building information.

The objective is not simply to identify defects or produce reports. It is to improve the quality of information available to building owners, facilities managers, consultants and future inspectors so that better decisions can be made throughout the operational life of the building.

Independent Practice

Christine provides independent technical services across commercial, government, healthcare, strata, industrial and residential projects throughout New South Wales. Her work focuses exclusively on passive fire systems, with particular expertise in fire seals, service penetrations, inspection methodology and long-term building information management.

Rather than treating inspections as isolated compliance activities, her approach views every inspection as an opportunity to improve the building's knowledge and create a reliable technical record for future decision-making.

Founder of Firecode™

Christine is the founder and developer of Firecode™, a software platform being developed to preserve inspection evidence, penetration registers and passive fire compliance information as a living history of each building.

The project reflects the same philosophy that underpins her consulting practice: compliance information should remain connected to the assets it describes, allowing future inspections to build upon existing knowledge rather than beginning again.

Professional Background

Her professional experience combines practical passive fire consulting, technical investigation and software development. This combination of building compliance and information systems provides a unique perspective on how technical evidence should be collected, structured and maintained throughout the lifecycle of built assets.

Christine holds a Bachelor of Information Technology and continues to integrate software engineering principles into professional practice, particularly in the areas of information management, evidence integrity and technical reporting.

Representative Experience

Her experience includes existing buildings, major construction projects, government portfolios, healthcare facilities, commercial developments, residential buildings and technical compliance investigations throughout New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory.

This breadth of experience has reinforced a consistent professional principle: sound technical conclusions are achieved through observable evidence, documented reasoning and a clear understanding of the legislative and technical framework governing passive fire systems.

Professional Philosophy

Every engagement is approached with independence, technical integrity and respect for the long-term value of accurate building information.

The objective is not simply to identify defects, but to improve the quality of information available to building owners, facilities managers, consultants and future inspectors so that better decisions can be made throughout the operational life of the building.

Evidence Before Opinion

Technical conclusions should always be supported by observable evidence.

Site observations, photographs, measurements, construction details, service types, product markings and available documentation are gathered before conclusions are formed. Applicable legislation, Australian Standards, tested systems, manufacturer documentation and engineering judgement are then used to assess the observed condition.

Key Principle

Every technical conclusion should be supported by observable evidence, applicable technical requirements and documented reasoning.

Where sufficient evidence is unavailable, that limitation is recorded rather than replaced with assumption. A technically defensible report distinguishes confirmed findings from suspected issues and clearly identifies where further investigation may be required.

Technical Independence

Independent consulting requires professional objectivity.

The role of an independent consultant is not to advocate for a particular commercial outcome, but to provide balanced technical assessment that can be reviewed, understood and relied upon by building owners, contractors, consultants, regulators and future inspectors.

Recommendations should remain proportionate to the available evidence and consistent with the applicable technical framework.

Buildings as Living Assets

Buildings continually evolve throughout their operational life.

Maintenance works, tenancy changes, refurbishments and new construction alter passive fire systems long after practical completion. Every change affects both the physical building and the quality of information available to those responsible for managing it.

Inspection reports provide valuable snapshots of a building's condition, but their greatest value is realised when they become part of a continuous and accessible history.

Information Has Long-Term Value

Accurate building information reduces uncertainty.

Well-structured inspection evidence, penetration registers and technical records enable future inspections to begin with knowledge rather than starting again from first principles.

This philosophy forms the foundation of Firecode™, where inspection records become part of the long-term lifecycle of passive fire assets rather than isolated compliance documents.

Professional Responsibility

Professional responsibility extends beyond identifying defects.

It includes communicating technical findings clearly, documenting limitations honestly and producing work that remains useful long after the inspection has concluded.

The objective is to leave every project with a better understanding of its passive fire systems than existed before the engagement commenced.

Early Technical Development

Christine's career has been built on direct involvement with existing buildings, construction projects and passive fire inspections. Working across a diverse range of environments provided practical experience in how passive fire systems are designed, installed, modified, maintained and assessed throughout their operational life.

Exposure to both compliant and non-compliant installations reinforced the importance of understanding not only what has been constructed, but why particular technical solutions have been adopted.

Building Compliance

Professional experience has included inspections, technical reporting, penetration register development, defect investigations and rectification verification across commercial, healthcare, government, industrial and residential projects.

Working across occupied buildings and active construction sites has provided practical insight into the challenges faced by building owners, facilities managers, contractors, consultants and project teams while maintaining passive fire compliance.

Information Systems

Alongside practical consulting, Christine has continued developing her background in information technology and software engineering.

This technical capability has influenced the way inspection evidence, asset information and compliance records are structured, creating a strong emphasis on consistency, traceability and long-term information management rather than isolated reporting.

Development of Firecode™

The development of Firecode™ represents the natural progression of this career.

Rather than producing inspection reports that become static records, Firecode™ has been conceived as an operational platform that preserves inspection evidence, penetration registers and passive fire information as a continuously evolving history of each building.

The platform extends the same professional principles applied during consulting engagements into software that supports long-term asset management and informed decision-making.

Continuing Professional Practice

Today, Christine continues to combine independent consulting with the ongoing development of Firecode™.

Each discipline strengthens the other. Practical consulting ensures that the software remains grounded in real operational requirements, while software development continually improves the quality, consistency and longevity of the information produced during consulting engagements.

Building Types

Professional experience extends across commercial office buildings, healthcare facilities, residential developments, strata properties, industrial sites, retail environments, educational facilities and major construction projects.

Each environment presents different technical, operational and regulatory requirements, requiring inspection methodologies that are adaptable while remaining consistent in their application of evidence-based assessment.

Government and Institutional Projects

Christine has contributed to inspections and compliance activities across government portfolios and institutional facilities where accurate documentation, consistency and technical accountability are essential.

These engagements have reinforced the importance of producing inspection records that remain useful beyond immediate compliance requirements and continue to support future maintenance, investigations and asset management.

Construction and Existing Buildings

Experience spans both active construction projects and existing occupied buildings.

Construction environments require close attention to installation quality, changing site conditions and coordination between multiple trades, while existing buildings often involve decades of accumulated modifications, incomplete documentation and evolving service installations.

Although the environments differ, the objective remains the same: establish the condition of the passive fire systems using observable evidence and documented technical reasoning.

Technical Reporting

Professional reporting extends beyond recording observations.

Each report is intended to communicate technical findings clearly, distinguish confirmed issues from uncertainty, document supporting evidence and provide practical information that assists building owners, consultants, contractors and facilities managers in making informed decisions.

The emphasis is always placed on clarity, traceability and long-term value rather than simply satisfying minimum reporting requirements.

Continuing Experience

Every project contributes to an expanding body of professional knowledge.

Exposure to different building types, construction methods, passive fire systems and stakeholder requirements continues to refine inspection methodology, technical judgement and the development of Firecode™ as a long-term platform for passive fire information management.

Independent Technical Assessment

Every engagement is undertaken independently and supported by observable evidence.

Technical conclusions are developed through site observations, measurements, photographs, available documentation, applicable legislation, Australian Standards, tested systems and manufacturer information. Where evidence is incomplete, limitations are documented rather than replaced with assumption.

Key Principle

Technical integrity requires evidence before opinion, and transparency where certainty cannot be established.

Professional Communication

Inspection findings should be communicated in language that is both technically accurate and readily understood by the intended audience.

Building owners, facilities managers, contractors, consultants and regulators each rely on inspection reports for different purposes. Reports should therefore distinguish factual observations from technical assessment, explain the basis of conclusions and clearly identify where further investigation may be required.

Duty to the Built Environment

Passive fire systems exist to protect life, property and business continuity.

Maintaining these systems requires more than identifying defects. It requires accurate information that enables stakeholders to understand the condition of the building, prioritise rectification works and preserve technical knowledge for future maintenance and compliance activities.

Long-Term Stewardship

Inspection reports should not become isolated historical documents.

Every engagement provides an opportunity to improve the quality of building information through structured evidence, consistent terminology and reliable asset records that remain valuable long after the inspection has concluded.

This philosophy directly informs the ongoing development of Firecode™, where inspection evidence and penetration registers contribute to a continuous history of passive fire assets.

Professional Standards

Christine is committed to maintaining high standards of professional practice through continual learning, technical consistency and evidence-based decision-making.

The objective of every engagement is to deliver work that is technically defensible, professionally independent and capable of supporting informed decision-making throughout the operational life of the building.

Representative Sectors

Projects have included work across government, healthcare, commercial, industrial, residential and construction environments where passive fire systems form an essential component of building safety and regulatory compliance.

• Commercial office buildings
• Healthcare facilities and hospitals
• Residential apartment developments
• Strata property portfolios
• Industrial and logistics facilities
• Retail developments
• Government asset portfolios
• Major construction projects

Representative Clients and Organisations

Professional experience has included projects involving organisations such as CBRE, JLL, Ventia, Lendlease and government asset portfolios, together with work across healthcare facilities, commercial developments and large residential portfolios.

Engagements have ranged from individual buildings through to large, multi-site property portfolios requiring consistent inspection methodology and technical reporting.

Scope of Professional Work

Representative engagements have included passive fire inspections, penetration register development, defect investigations, rectification verification and technical reporting.

Projects have varied significantly in scale and complexity, from individual commercial buildings through to extensive government and institutional asset portfolios where consistency of methodology and quality of information were critical to long-term asset management.

Consistent Methodology

Although every project presents different technical and operational requirements, the underlying methodology remains consistent.

Each engagement begins with the collection of observable evidence, followed by technical assessment against the applicable legislative requirements, Australian Standards, tested systems, manufacturer documentation and available project information.

This consistency enables inspection findings to remain technically defensible regardless of project size, building type or stakeholder requirements.

Building Knowledge

Every completed project contributes to a broader understanding of passive fire systems, inspection methodology and long-term information management.

Rather than viewing each engagement as an isolated commission, professional experience continues to inform the ongoing refinement of inspection practices and the development of Firecode™ as a platform for preserving technical knowledge throughout the lifecycle of buildings.

Evidence-Based Inspection Methodology

A consistent inspection methodology has been developed that prioritises observable evidence before technical opinion.

Photographs, measurements, service configurations, construction details, product identification and available documentation are gathered before findings are assessed against legislation, Australian Standards, tested systems and manufacturer information.

This approach improves the repeatability, transparency and technical defensibility of inspection outcomes.

Penetration Register Development

Christine has advocated for penetration registers as operational asset records rather than static compliance documents.

When supported by structured inspection evidence, penetration registers become long-term information systems that assist building owners, facilities managers and future inspectors in understanding the evolution of passive fire systems throughout the life of a building.

Information Management

Professional practice has consistently promoted the view that accurate building information is itself a valuable asset.

Inspection reports, technical evidence and compliance records should not exist as isolated documents. They should remain connected to the assets they describe so that knowledge accumulates over time rather than being recreated during each inspection cycle.

Firecode™

The development of Firecode™ represents the practical application of these professional principles.

The platform is being developed to preserve inspection evidence, penetration registers and passive fire compliance information as a continuous operational record for each building.

Rather than replacing professional judgement, Firecode™ is intended to strengthen it by improving the availability, consistency and long-term management of technical information.

Commitment to the Profession

Christine's ongoing contribution to the passive fire industry is centred on raising the quality of technical information available to those responsible for designing, inspecting, maintaining and managing passive fire systems.

Through independent consulting, technical publications and the continued development of Firecode™, her objective is to improve how passive fire knowledge is created, preserved and applied across the built environment.

The Origin of Firecode™

Firecode™ was developed in response to a recurring industry problem.

Inspection reports often provide an accurate assessment of a building at a single point in time, yet the knowledge they contain gradually becomes fragmented as maintenance works, tenancy changes, refurbishments and new construction alter the building.

The consequence is that valuable technical information is repeatedly lost, recreated or duplicated throughout the life of the asset.

Key Principle

Every inspection should improve the building's knowledge, not simply describe its condition.

From Reports to Information

Traditional inspection reports are designed for a specific point in time.

Firecode™ approaches inspection information differently by preserving inspection evidence, penetration registers and technical records as part of a continuous history of each passive fire asset.

Rather than replacing inspection reports, the platform extends their value by ensuring that technical information remains connected to the assets it describes.

Evidence-Based Asset Management

Firecode™ is founded on the same evidence-based methodology applied throughout Christine's consulting practice.

Inspection photographs, technical observations, asset information, penetration registers and compliance history are intended to work together to provide a reliable understanding of the condition and evolution of passive fire systems over time.

This approach supports informed technical decision-making while reducing the uncertainty created by fragmented documentation.

Professional Practice Through Software

Firecode™ has been designed by applying practical inspection experience to software engineering.

Every workflow reflects real inspection processes, technical reasoning and the information required by building owners, facilities managers, consultants and contractors to understand passive fire systems throughout the operational life of a building.

The objective is not to digitise paperwork, but to improve the quality, consistency and longevity of building information.

Future Direction

Firecode™ continues to evolve alongside Christine's consulting practice.

Each inspection, technical investigation and publication contributes to the ongoing refinement of the platform, ensuring that its development remains grounded in practical industry experience rather than theoretical assumptions.

The long-term vision is to establish Firecode™ as operational infrastructure for passive fire information, where inspection evidence, asset history and technical knowledge remain connected throughout the lifecycle of every building.

Observation Before Assessment

Every inspection begins with the collection of observable evidence.

Photographs, measurements, service types, construction details, product identification, installation conditions and available documentation are recorded before technical conclusions are formed.

This process separates factual observations from professional interpretation and establishes a reliable evidentiary foundation for subsequent assessment.

Key Principle

Evidence should always precede opinion.

Technical Assessment

Observed conditions are assessed against the applicable legislative requirements, Australian Standards, tested systems, manufacturer documentation and project-specific engineering information where available.

No single source is considered in isolation. Appropriate technical assessment requires the relationship between the construction, the services, the fire-resisting element and the supporting evidence to be considered collectively.

Managing Uncertainty

Not every inspection provides complete information.

Buildings evolve over many years and documentation is often incomplete, inaccurate or unavailable. Where sufficient evidence cannot be obtained, that limitation is documented clearly rather than replaced with assumption.

Professional judgement includes recognising the limits of available information and communicating those limitations transparently.

Technical Reporting

Inspection reports should communicate more than conclusions.

They should explain the observations, identify the supporting evidence, describe the technical reasoning and distinguish confirmed findings from matters requiring additional investigation.

The objective is to produce documentation that remains understandable, reviewable and technically defensible long after the inspection has been completed.

Continuous Improvement

Inspection methodology continues to evolve through practical experience, technical research and the ongoing development of Firecode™.

Each engagement contributes to refining inspection processes, strengthening evidence collection and improving the consistency of technical reporting so that future inspections continue to build upon established professional knowledge.

Passive Fire Systems

Professional competency includes the inspection, assessment and documentation of passive fire systems with particular emphasis on fire seals, service penetrations and fire compartmentation.

• Fire seal inspections
• Penetration register development
• Passive fire defect investigations
• Rectification verification
• Evidence-based technical reporting
• Passive fire information management

Technical Assessment

Inspection findings are assessed through the application of legislation, Australian Standards, tested systems, manufacturer documentation and engineering principles supported by observable site evidence.

Professional judgement is exercised through structured analysis rather than assumption, ensuring conclusions remain technically defensible and capable of independent review.

Information Management

A significant area of professional practice involves the organisation, structure and long-term preservation of technical information.

Inspection evidence, penetration registers and compliance records are treated as operational assets that should remain connected to the building throughout its lifecycle rather than existing as isolated documents.

Software Engineering

Christine's Bachelor of Information Technology provides a complementary technical discipline that directly informs the development of Firecode™.

Software engineering principles are applied to improve inspection workflows, evidence management, information integrity and lifecycle asset records while ensuring technology remains grounded in practical field operations.

Professional Capability

The combination of passive fire consulting, technical investigation and software development provides a multidisciplinary perspective that is uncommon within the building compliance industry.

Rather than viewing inspections, reporting and information management as separate activities, these disciplines are integrated into a single professional methodology focused on improving both the quality of technical assessment and the long-term value of building information.

Formal Education

Christine holds a Bachelor of Information Technology, providing a strong foundation in software engineering, information systems, data management and technical problem-solving.

Although her professional career has focused on passive fire systems, this academic background continues to influence the way technical information is collected, structured and preserved throughout the lifecycle of buildings.

Professional Learning

Knowledge within the building industry continues to evolve through changes to legislation, Australian Standards, product development, construction practices and industry guidance.

Maintaining professional competency therefore requires continual review of technical documentation, industry publications, manufacturer information and practical project experience.

Professional development is regarded as an ongoing responsibility rather than a milestone achieved through formal qualification alone.

Learning Through Practice

Every inspection, investigation and technical assessment contributes to professional development.

Exposure to a wide variety of building types, construction methods and passive fire systems provides opportunities to refine inspection methodology, strengthen technical judgement and improve the consistency of professional reporting.

This practical experience remains one of the most valuable sources of continuing professional growth.

Interdisciplinary Perspective

The combination of information technology and passive fire consulting has created an interdisciplinary approach that distinguishes Christine's professional practice.

Software engineering principles are applied to improve evidence management, information integrity and lifecycle asset records, while practical consulting ensures that technology remains aligned with the real operational needs of the built environment.

Commitment to Excellence

Christine remains committed to continual learning, professional reflection and the ongoing refinement of both consulting practice and Firecode™.

The objective is not simply to maintain professional competency, but to contribute to raising the quality of passive fire information, inspection methodology and technical decision-making across the industry.

Professional Integrity

Every technical opinion expressed throughout this publication is founded upon the principles of independence, evidence-based assessment and professional accountability.

Recommendations and conclusions are formed through the application of observable evidence, relevant legislation, Australian Standards, tested systems, manufacturer documentation and professional judgement developed through practical industry experience.

Commitment to Independence

Professional independence remains fundamental to Christine's consulting practice.

Technical conclusions are reached without influence from commercial interests or predetermined outcomes and are communicated honestly, including where available evidence is incomplete or additional investigation is required.

Maintaining this independence ensures that technical advice remains transparent, defensible and capable of supporting informed decision-making.

Professional Responsibility

The purpose of this publication extends beyond documenting professional experience.

It reflects an ongoing commitment to improving the quality of passive fire inspections, technical reporting, penetration registers and long-term building information management throughout the built environment.

The continued development of Firecode™ forms part of this commitment by applying these same professional principles within software designed to preserve inspection evidence and building knowledge over time.

Declaration

I declare that the information contained within this publication is, to the best of my knowledge, an accurate representation of my professional experience, methodology and consulting practice at the time of publication.

I remain committed to conducting every engagement with technical integrity, professional independence and respect for the long-term value of reliable building information.

Christine Po

Independent Passive Fire Consultant

Publication Edition — Version 1.2

July 2026

| Version | Date | Summary | |---------|------|---------| | 1.2 | July 2026 | Publication Edition. Complete editorial revision for web publication. Updated professional positioning, methodology, Firecode™ strategy and publication architecture. | | 1.1 | June 2026 | Expanded representative experience, technical competencies and Firecode™ sections. Improved professional narrative and supporting evidence. | | 1.0 | June 2026 | Initial Professional Profile documenting professional experience, consulting methodology and technical philosophy. |

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Future revisions will continue to document significant changes to professional experience, consulting methodology, technical publications and the ongoing development of Firecode™.

The current edition should be regarded as the authoritative version of this publication.